Holiday rentals and lettings in Kirkby Lonsdale

Kirkby Lonsdale is a market town in Cumbria that will charm you with its cobbled streets and charming independent shops. Situated on the banks of the River Lune, you'll find pretty holiday rentals in the town centre and green countryside. Despite being a small place, the friendly community of Kirkby Lonsdale is very lively, so you'll be greeted with a quality welcome. This is a favourite holiday destination for those looking for a quiet weekend or a nice romantic getaway.

For your stay in Kirkby Lonsdale, you can enjoy holiday rentals of different styles. From extravagant suites, stone terraced cottages to wooden campsites, there are plenty of varied options to suit your tastes and needs. Features include balconies overlooking the rolling hills, hot tubs, flowered gardens and renovated interior spaces.

Located at the rear of St. Mary's churchyard, Ruskin lookout is the most famous landmark in the town. The lookout is on the high western bank of the River Lune and was described as “one of the most beautiful views in England” by the writer and artist John Ruskin. Overlooking the oak trees on the opposite bank, the hills of the Yorkshire Dales and rolling meadows, you can appreciate this wonderful panorama by just crossing the churchyard, or by climbing from the River Lune up the 'radical steps'. These were built by Dr Francis Pearson to divert the public footpath from his garden.

The Devil's Bridge, which crosses the River Lune to the south and east of Kirkby Lonsdale, is probably one of the town's most iconic landmarks. A visit to this bridge allows you to see the dent in the stone at the apex of the bridge, which is known as the famous Devil's hand print. The story of this mark tells of an old woman who lived by the river and whose cow strayed to the other side. Despite persuasion, the animal did not want to return. After this, the devil appeared to her and made a deal with the old woman. In exchange for building the bridge, the first soul to cross it would belong to the devil…

The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail is an ideal hike for those looking to experience the area's nature up close. This waterfall wonderland walk covers six and a half kilometres and features some of the most beautiful waterfall scenery in the UK. A hike along this pleasant trail will give you the opportunity to enjoy an unspoilt environment of oak woodland, rare plants and natural formations such as Thornton Force, which drops 14 metres. Much of this trail has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

As well as the waterfall walk, Kirkby Lonsdale also has more challenging walking routes for experienced walkers. In the shadow of Ingleton, Ingleborough, the second-highest mountain in the Yorkshire Dales, is a magnet for walkers and mountain bikers alike. You can combine The Three Peaks into the Three Peaks Walk and walk 24 miles (38.62 km) for 12 hours. On the other hand, the circular walk to the top of Gragareth will take just over four hours. The site claims to be the highest point in Lancashire and is full of caves such as the impressive Yordas Cave.

Discovered in 1923, White Scar Cave is the longest cave in the UK. Located deep in the depths of Ingleborough Hill, just a couple of minutes from Kirkby Lonsdale, this cave is 5.5 kilometres long and stretches along exotic cave formations. Hike through this hidden underground world and marvel at the illuminated landscape of streams and waterfalls. Pass through the narrow paths and see how the small orange-hued stalactites make this ice-age cavern glow! It is a spectacle worth seeing.

Offering a range of craft beers from around the world, Kirkby Lonsdale Brewery has a taste you won't be able to resist. The venue is housed in a converted barn with a style that mixes modern and traditional stone. Choose from over 60 craft beers, relax in the charming atmosphere and try the dry finishes with hints of fruit, crisp, refreshing and bitter-sweet malt. The brewery brews wheat beers, fruit beers, IPAs and much more, as well as gins.

Chocolat in Kirkby, Lonsdale is a family-run shop offering jaw-dropping luxury chocolates. Taste the quality flavour of the wide selection of chocolates, savour the truffles, chocolate bars and sumptuous chocolate gingers, and pair them with a freshly ground coffee or liqueur. The shop's range of chocolates features from the UK, Belgium, France, and even Turkey! You can find absolutely all kinds of handmade cocoa delights: milk chocolate, dark chocolate, white chocolate, dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan and many more.

With a charming flowery façade and cosy interior, Crossing Point Café is a pretty café ideal for breakfast or lunch. While serving excellent home-cooked food, the café also specializes in wine. Try the tasty cakes, pastries, and sweets and match your lunch with a glass of wine. Crossing Point Café also has a vegan menu that includes avocado and chickpea ciabatta with fries, vegan sausage sandwich, mushroom avocado and chickpea toast and more. They also have an organic, biodynamic, and vegan wine tasting.

Considered one of the finest examples of limestone paving in the UK, Hutton Roof Crags is a unique place to visit. You'll be amazed by its unusual wrinkled limestone surface and the interesting flora and fauna. The site is home to rare plants and during April, there is a dazzling display of butterflies and silky blue flowers. The bizarre landscape is an eye-catcher among photographers, hikers, and climbers.